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How long will calcium from tums (calcium carbonate) stay in the blood and therefore affect blood tests? how long before having calcium levels tested should i not use tums (calcium carbonate)
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24 hours: Twenty four hours provided kidneys are healthy and adequate water intake.
Answered 1/21/2021
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